Windows audio "enhancements" often conflict with external drivers, forcing the fallback to Esaudriver.
If all else fails, you might consider resetting or uninstalling the device:
Windows often gets confused about which device should play sound. Even if your headset is plugged in, the OS might be trying to play audio through your monitor or internal speakers.
Steps:
Pro Tip: While in this menu, double-click esaudriver and go to the Levels tab. Ensure the volume slider is at 100 and the speaker icon next to it is not crossed out (muted).
Update
Driver and host settings
Incorrect bit depth/sample rates can cause silence.
Windows has built-in tools specifically for this scenario.
No Sound — Esaudriver Device
Windows audio "enhancements" often conflict with external drivers, forcing the fallback to Esaudriver.
If all else fails, you might consider resetting or uninstalling the device: esaudriver device no sound
Windows often gets confused about which device should play sound. Even if your headset is plugged in, the OS might be trying to play audio through your monitor or internal speakers. Pro Tip: While in this menu, double-click esaudriver
Steps:
Pro Tip: While in this menu, double-click esaudriver and go to the Levels tab. Ensure the volume slider is at 100 and the speaker icon next to it is not crossed out (muted). Update
Update
Driver and host settings
Incorrect bit depth/sample rates can cause silence.
Windows has built-in tools specifically for this scenario.
